Module Details

IA936-6-FY-CO: Research Methods For Psychology And Social Sciences

Year: 2016/17
Department: International Academy
Essex credit: 15
ECTS credit: 7.5
Available to Study Abroad / Exchange Students: No
Full Year Module Available to Study Abroad / Exchange Students for a Single Term: No
Outside Option: No

Staff

Supervisor:

Dr Ritta Husted

Teaching Staff:

Dr Ritta Husted

Contact details:

jpsumm

Module is taught during the following terms

Autumn

Spring

Summer

Module Description

Introduction to both quantitative and qualitative research methods, as well as examination of the underlying ethical issues in conducting research, the philosophical grounding on which research methods rely and the problematic nature of objectivity in research. Students will be encouraged to reflect on the prevailing research methodologies in their discipline and to relate the course content to their own research interests.

Assessment

Coursework consists of:

One individually designed questionnaire related to students' subject area (50%). Questionnaire submitted in week 11. Feedback provided in week 14.